From My Perspective

…no, not a real hike, or even a power walk. (I know it's still cold out.) Instead try an awarenesswalk. Become aware of as much as possible during your stroll; notice anything new in the neighborhood; identify sounds and their sources; notice the wide variety of colors and especially the various hues of a single color such as green or brown. So much beauty surrounds us on a daily basis, but we neglect to see it because we are so involved in other things that we think are important, urgent, required or expected. You get the idea…. We become lost in a whirl of what, in the end, is unimportant and mind-numbing. And we learn to automatically live by rote, unaware of the countless number of gifts that God has given us for our happiness. I like to say that they are hidden in plain sight.These are the gifts that we need to be conscious of especially when we are feeling down, or hurting, simply tired or bored, or facing a stressful challenge in life. And I hope the following will help…..Forgive my shameless promotion, but don’t miss reading my new book,

Happiness: Hidden in Plain Sight (a response from within) Peace of mind and happiness are not to be won or earned, but God’s gifts to be discovered. This practical book will empower you to appreciate and respond to all that is good--by living in the “now.” It not onlydiscusses 20 of the most important therapeutic guidelines for a happier life, but also suggestsover fivehundred positive ideas that are hidden in plain sight. You can buy NOW by clicking under Gifts, etc. on the menu at the top of my website: www.writingthatnurtures.comPlease let me know what you think! Contact me at JPwriters@aol.com